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Blackthorn

Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth, bitters, and a little absinthe. A shadowy old classic with sharp elbows.

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A deep amber-red Blackthorn cocktail served up in a classic martini or coupe glass, catching the warm gold glint of a dimly lit lounge background.
Difficulty Advanced
Glass Coupe
Ice Stir with ice; serve up
Tools Mixing glass, bar spoon, strainer

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Irish whiskey
  • 1 oz Sweet vermouth
  • 1 bar spoon Absinthe Keep it small unless you want the absinthe to drive.
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters

How to make it

  1. Add Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth, absinthe, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Stir until chilled.
  3. Strain into a coupe.
  4. Serve up.

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